People eating at Selma, NC's Old North State Food Hall

Old North State Food Hall

We do simple things very, very well!!

Wednesday, September 30, 2020 4:00 PM

Some people might say that the "country life" is a simple life! In our opinion, they couldn't be more wrong. Farmers sometimes get a bad rap, and often are under-appreciated for the vital role they…

Set your GPS for Savings in Smithfield

Wednesday, September 30, 2020 12:00 PM

Do you have Smithfield’s Carolina Premium Outlet set in your GPS, or does your car know exactly where to go for savings? Whatever the case, we are looking forward to a safe and exciting holiday…

Hey Raleigh, What you don't know about JoCo...

Wednesday, September 30, 2020 12:00 PM

Hey Raleigh, Johnston County is your neighbor to the east and just 20-30 minutes from your doors. Did you know that Clayton is in Johnston County…you may have heard of the cool nightlife scene and…

Don't Pass us By!

Wednesday, September 30, 2020 9:00 AM

Traffic along I-95 and I-40 is picking up as we all feel the need to “go down the road” to visit family, get outside to wide-open spaces, or take advantage of great travel deals. If you are driving…

Get Outside the City!

Tuesday, September 29, 2020 4:00 PM

Never has this phrase, Get Outside the City! generated so much travel to new destinations or those outdoor recreation attractions just minutes from home you may have always wanted to visit. Vacations…

Fall Back to JoCo!

Tuesday, September 29, 2020 3:00 PM

As the weather turns cool, and harvest season is all around us in Johnston County, thoughts turn to picking pumpkins, fire pits with s’mores, and breaking out the sweaters and jackets. As we invite…

Ten Things We Love to Do in JoCo!

Wednesday, July 29, 2020 10:00 AM

We are always excited for our friends, neighbors, and visitors to join us in enjoying all the activities, tastes, sights, and sounds we love experiencing in JoCo! Read below to learn about popular…

Smithfield Weekend Itinerary

Tuesday, July 14, 2020 12:00 PM

Suggested Weekend Itinerary... Friday Check-in Arrive on Friday in time for some retail therapy, whether it's back-to-school time or shopping for the holidays, Carolina Premium Outlets has great…
By Lora Stocker As a new member of the Classic Movie Blog Association, we are thrilled to participate in our first CMBA sponsored blogathon, “Classics for Comfort.” Our blog focuses exclusively on…

Ava's first leading lady role

Friday, May 15, 2020 8:00 AM

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